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New OPSWAT-Sponsored SANS Survey Reveals 21.5% of Organizations Experienced an ICS/OT Cyber Incident in the Past Year

Almost 38% of reported cases originated from ransomware attacks and more than 40% resulted in operational downtime Dubai, United Arab Emirates. – December 22, 2025 – OPSWAT, a global leader in critical infrastructure protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, has announced findings from the SANS Institute’s The State of ICS/OT Cybersecurity 2025 report sponsored by OPSWAT.
Finance

UAE cements ‘new economy’ as growth engine, hits 56k firms in key future sectors

Miguel Hadchity
Dubai, UAE — December 2025 — The UAE is steadily sculpting its economic future, transitioning from a foundation built on knowledge and innovation to a dynamic and resilient “new economy” model. Driven by a clear national vision, this transformation leverages advanced technology, flexible legislation, and a deep commitment to sustainability to diversify growth and cement
News UAE

UAE establishes National Media Authority to oversee media sector

Image Credit : WAM The UAE Government has issued a Federal Decree-Law establishing the National Media Authority, a new body tasked with regulating and developing the country’s media sector while strengthening its regional and international presence. The decree provides for the creation of a federal public authority affiliated with the Cabinet. The National Media Authority
Banking News UAE

No more OTPs for UAE banking as lenders roll out new in-app payment approvals by 2026

UAE banks are beginning to phase out traditional one-time passwords sent via SMS or email, replacing them with in-app transaction approvals aimed at improving speed and security. The move comes as financial institutions respond to a rise in phishing attempts, SIM-swap scams and OTP interception, which have made text-based verification increasingly vulnerable. Under the new
Real Estate

Sharjah unveils enhanced Real Estate Excellence Award for 2025, championing sustainability and innovation

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — December 2025 — The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department has officially opened nominations for the highly anticipated 2025 cycle of the “Real Estate Excellence Award,” introducing a comprehensively upgraded set of criteria focused on sustainability, digital transformation, and corporate transparency. Registration is now active for
News UAE

What Founders in MENA Should Prepare for in 2026

Over the last few years, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with founders across the MENA region. The ambition, speed, and scale being built here are undeniable. But as we move toward 2026, I believe the ecosystem is entering a more mature phase, one where growth will be defined not just by speed, but […]
News UAE

UAE launches automatic passport and Emirates ID renewals for senior citizens, people of determination

Photo Credit: GN Archives The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has rolled out a new service that enables the automatic renewal of passports and Emirates ID cards for senior citizens and people of determination registered under the social support programme. The initiative, known as the Taqdeer Package, removes the need for […]